Afon Goch

Summary

Afon Goch (Rhaeadr- Fawr/ Aber Falls): This canyon reacts rapidly to precipitation and takes a long time for level to drop. It is recommended to wait for a very low level, before attempting a descent. Anchors on the main fall may no longer exist.

Canyon Descent:

160m

Highest Drop:

100m

Canyon Length:

300m

Minimum Ropes:

1x 120m

Flood Risk:

Extreme

Access Type:

Public

Rock Type:

Microgranodiorite

Catchment:

6.15km2

Water Level Indicator

*No Water Level Indicator

View Topographic Map

Duration: in, down and out:

IN: 1hr DOWN: 2hr OUT:20 min

Anchors

Mixed ⚠️

Notes

Trees may hold rare lichens, mosses and liverworts. To avoid damaging these it is best avoiding using the trees. This is also a winter climb when in condition. This canyon reacts rapidly to precipitation and take a long time for level to drop. It is recommended to wait for a very low level, before attempting a descent. Anchors on the main fall may no longer exist.

Description

Approach by Car: (Unknown) Approach by foot: (Unknown) Canyon entry: (Unknown) Canyon descent: (Unknown) Exit: (Unknown) Escapes: (Unknown) First Decent: (Unknown) Page information - Sol Armer

📸 Sol Armer

Gallery Item Name

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Quidem, provident.

Gallery Item Name

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Quidem, provident.

Gallery Item Name

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Quidem, provident.

Gallery Item Name

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisicing elit. Quidem, provident.

Have You Descended This Canyon Recently?

If so we would love to hear from you in the comment section below! Let the whole community know more about this canyon, Information such as time taken to: approach, descend and exit are extremely helpful, as well as any new hazards you may have come across whilst canyoning at this location. If any information on this page is missing, incorrect or out of date, please get in contact with us directly so we can rectify as soon as possible.

Disclaimer No responsibility or liability is taken for any harm, death or loss of property from using the information found on Canyon Log. Topo features, descriptions and notes may not be accurate and could be misleading. You must carry anchor building materials, be experienced and use your own judgement when canyoning. Flooding can completely change the layout, features and conditions. Insufficient experience may result in death.

This page has been updated by contributors.

Thank you to Sol Armer for helping to keep this page up to date.

5 1 vote

Canyon Score

1 Comment

Newest

Oldest Most Voted

Sol Armer - Adventure Activities Wales

August 13, 2026 9:27 pm

Canyon Experience :

There is an anchor or several for the last pitch. Rope lengths incorrect on initial topo. To be updated ASAP, take at least 2x 60m ropes/ 1x 120m rope. Super low water at the moment, not surprising after 3 months of almost no rain, equilivant to a V5 A3. Love this canyon!